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News Feed Latest worldwide news Explorer Paris at the Speed of Sneakers For the adventurous sightseer, group runs can provide a spirited and social way to explore the city. U.S. regulator announces $885 million settlement with UBS WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A U.S. regulator on Thursday said it reached an $885 million settlement with UBS over allegations the bank misrepresented mortgage-backed bonds that were sold to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac during the housing bubble. Bad drop costs Woods CNN's Patrick Snell and Shane O'Donoghue discuss the penalty officials gave Tiger Woods for a bad ball drop. Brevan Howard trader linked to Libor probe leaves hedge fund ZURICH (Reuters) - A trader allegedly connected to a global rate-rigging scandal has left hedge fund Brevan Howard, the company said on Thursday. 49-Year-Old Woody Austin Wins Sanderson Farms Woody Austin said he feels he still has the skills and drive to play on the PGA Tour even as his 50th birthday approaches. U.S. Navy defends new warship, warns against slowing production WASHINGTON, July 25 (Reuters) - U.S. Navy officials on Thursday staunchly defended the newest class of U.S. warships despite a spate of technical glitches, and they warned lawmakers that halting funding for the ships or their equipment could drive up costs. Football Martino the new man at Barca Barcelona has appointed Argentine coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino as its new manager following the departure of Tito Vilanova. Is 'kissing disease' harming tennis? Nicknamed the "kissing disease," mononucleosis or glandular fever is a viral illness that can linger for weeks, months or even years. CNN investigates its prevalence within the sport of tennis. Music Review Kronos at 40 Begins at Lincoln Center Afrobeat was the theme during the Kronos at 40 concert at the Lincoln Center Out of Doors festival. Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro Inside Africa explores the logistics of climbing Africa's tallest mountain and meets tourists about to do so. Egypt in crisis Reporter's view CNN Senior International Correspondent Ben Wedeman talks about his experiences covering the Egyptian crisis. The Lede Spanish Train Crash Captured on Video Security-camera footage leaked to the public via YouTube captured the moment on Wednesday that a passenger train derailed outside Santiago de Compostela in northwestern Spain, killing at least 80 people. The New Old Age Blog A Novel Way to Document End-of-Life Preferences Researchers have stumbled on a way to persuade patients to plan for end-of-life care convince their doctors to ask about it. O.J. Simpson asks Nevada parole board to cut prison sentence CARSON CITY, Nevada (Reuters) - Former football star O.J. Simpson asked the Nevada parole board on Thursday to reduce his prison sentence of up to 33 years for his role in the robbery of two sports memorabilia dealers and said he has missed key moments with family while he was behind bars. Brendan Steele Leads Canadian Open Brendan Steele topped the Canadian Open leaderboard Thursday at 7-under 65, birdieing five of the first seven holes on his back nine at Glen Abbey. Legg Mason swings to profit with long-term fund inflows (Reuters) - Asset manager Legg Mason Inc swung to a profit in the April-June quarter and posted its first quarterly net inflows for long-term funds since 2007, sending its shares up as much as 5... Social Qs (Married) Girls Just Want to Have Fun Answers to questions about flirting, dinner guests and more. In Transit Blog Tackling Paris With Children Whats the best way to see the city with kids? Share your tips on parks, restaurants, museums and more. Baikonur Journal Russian Space Center in Kazakhstan Counts Down Its Days of Glory Baikonur, Kazakhstan, is set to be replaced as the Russian space launching center, and ethnic tensions and economic challenges are already creeping into the city. Quentin, Guzman Homer as Padres Beat Brewers Carlos Quentin and Jesus Guzman homered and the San Diego Padres got 16 hits Thursday on their way to a 10-8 win over the Milwaukee Brewers. The New Audio Geeks A high-tech audience catches on to the appeal of high fidelity. Dyson, Karlberg, Liang Lead at Russian Open Simon Dyson shot a 5-under 67 Thursday to share the lead on the opening day of the Russian Open. Serena on French triumph CNN's Amanda Davis interviews Serena Williams after winning her second French Open title. Spanish town painted "Smurf blue" decides to stay that way JUZCAR Spain (Reuters) - A Spanish hilltop village has found a way to chase away the country's recession blues by keeping all its buildings blue, the way they were painted in 2011 for a promotion for a cartoon Smurf movie. Rabia Latif, Jules Cattie III The bride is a doctor; the groom is a lawyer. Revelations by Rowling J. K. Rowling, of Harry Potter fame, shared a bit of the back story of her new book, written as Robert Galbraith. Mandela Said to Be Steadily Improving on His 95th Birthday After weeks battling critical illness, Nelson Mandela spent his 95th birthday in the hospital on Thursday, and South Africans across the country celebrated Mandela Day. Oahu bans smoking at the beach New laws on Oahu ban smoking from beaches, parks, tennis courts, softball fields. New York's Weiner chatted with more women since scandal report NEW YORK (Reuters) - New York City mayoral candidate Anthony Weiner may have exchanged sexually-charged messages with as many as three women in the two years since he resigned from Congress amid revelations of similar behavior, press reports said on Thursday. In an uncertain Egypt, street artists rein in their outrage CAIRO (Reuters) - Egyptian rappers and graffiti artists who captured the spirit of the youthful rebellion that toppled president Hosni Mubarak are toning down their outrage as the path to democracy... F.D.A. Closer to Decision About Menthol Cigarettes The agency released its own scientific review that found the mint flavoring made it easier to start smoking and harder to quit, and it opened a 60-day public comment period. Tunisian Opposition Leader Killed, Party Says A member of Tunisias opposition Peoples Movement party says its leader, Mohammed Brahmi, has been shot dead. Why was doomed Spanish train going so fast? MADRID (Reuters) - Why was the train going so fast? Did the driver fail to heed speed limits on a sharp curve? Did brakes fail? What about the safety system meant to force the train or the driver to slow down if going too fast? How to play banker on the web Peer-to-peer lending sites offer anyone the chance to lend money online to registered borrowers. People can lend as much or as little to as many people as they like. The interest rates can generate sizeable returns. UPDATE 4-U.S. indicts hackers in biggest cyber fraud case in history * Hackers could delete, change, steal Nasdaq data -prosecutors Boxing gives teenagers hope Her gloves held high, Rita Mrwebi dances in the middle of a blue boxing ring. Eyes focused straight ahead, she unleashes a flurry of thudding jabs and powerful hooks. Attacks Have Immigrants Worried Again in South Africa A wave of violence aimed at immigrants in poor black communities outside Cape Town has raised fears among residents, shopkeepers and advocates. Single-sex golf clubs? Men-only golf club Muirfield is the home to 2013 British Open this week. CNN visited an exclusive female London establishment to find out what's dividing the sexes. Inside the homes of dictators From Tito's nuclear bunker and Stalin's summer house, to Mussolini's villa and Gaddafi's cruise ship, autocrat hideouts have become tourist attractions. Inside SAC's Dell trade The federal indictment charging "substantial" insider trading at SAC Capital Advisors details how information allegedly leaked by a Dell insider found its way to SAC's portfolio managers, who allegedly profited from it. Here's how the Department of Justice says it worked.

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